National Senior Squad Travels to France for Biomechanics Training

(Terre Blanche, France) – From August 28th to September 8th the National Senior Squad will be in Terre Blanche, France training at the David Leadbetter Golf Academy and Biomecaswing Sport Performance Center.

 Senior Player, Rashid Hamood, working on his swing with Jean-Jacques Rivet

Senior Player, Rashid Hamood, working on his swing with Jean-Jacques Rivet

Managed by Jean-Jacques Rivet the Biomecaswing Sport Performance Center combines biomechanics with modern technology to improve golfers of all abilities. The center allows golfers to develop the performance and the understanding of their swing. The training takes into account the body type and personal ability of each golfer. The system analyses posture, mobility, balance, and intensity of each movement to adapt and optimize each individual player.

This center offers more than just a training program. This center offers services that fit and tailor the unique biomechanical swing profile of every golfer. Biomecaswing combines scientific knowledge with applied biomechanics and more than 10 years of experience on professional golf circuits where the concept has been adopted by many of the greatest golfers in the world.

DSC_0012With the technology and computer-assisted biomechanical analysis the swing is correlated with a morphological diagnosis of the players skeletal structure, neuro-motor system, and physical efficiency. This detailed analysis will pinpoint the player’s strengths and weaknesses. The findings will show how to make ultimate use of a golf swing. This way the player can increase strengths and learn how to deal with the limits of their physiology.

 

To find more information regarding the Manitoba Team visit the EGF Website at www.egfgolf.com or email the EGF at info@egfgolf.com.

You can also keep up to date with the Senior Summer Camp on social media, as there will be daily posts of the squads’ time in France. Like, Share, or Comment on the Federation Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn pages.

Final: The EGF Junior Summer Camp Ends As The Squad Looks To The Future

(Fleesensee, Germany) – The 2015 Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) Junior Summer Camp in Germany has come to a close after 17 days of hard work at Fleesensee Golf Resort. Fleesensee Golf Resort is a “European Tour Destination” with 5 courses varying in length and difficulty. The venue also has some of Europe’s best practice facilities where the squad was able to work on all aspects of their game.

The Junior Squad getting ready for practice in Fleesensee, Germany

The Junior Squad getting ready for practice in Fleesensee, Germany

During the 17 days the EGF coaches, Greg Holmes and David Condon noticed major improvements within the ranks. One particular skill that improved was the confidence gained by the players on how to manage themselves on the course. The aim was to give the less experienced players the opportunity to achieve valuable time on the course. The players also improve their etiquette, pace of play, and course management so that they will cope with tournament golf in the future.

During the camp all aspects of the game we covered and the EGF also launched new Performance Journal that aided the individuals in managing their games in detail. The team played 11 rounds of golf during their stay while mixing in a heavy practice and fitness schedule. The schedule also included golf specific Biomechanics Sessions and Tennis Sessions to improve mobility and coordination skills.

The training schedule included the following points:

  • Introduction to golf formats and rules.
  • How to warm up properly.
  • Putting and short game / Practice drills and performance measurement.
  • Statistics reviews.
  • Swing technique / Golf fitness.
  • Tournament preparation / Course strategy.

As the squad travels back to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) the players will take a week off to prepare for the start of school. Starting in the second week of September these players will get back to playing rounds of golf every week while maintaining their weekly practice schedule. This will all be in preparation for the 2015 – Ladies, 18-Under, and 15-Under – Arab Golf Championship in Al Ain, UAE.

To find more information regarding the National Junior Squad visit the EGF Website at www.egfgolf.com or email the EGF at info@egfgolf.com.

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UPDATE: UAE Junior Summer Camp – Germany

(Fleesensee, Germany) – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Junior Summer Camp commenced on Monday, August 10th at Fleesensee Golf Resort in Germany. After a full week of hard training the camp is in full swing.

UAE National Players receiving a putting lesson from putting specialist Wiestaw Kramski

UAE National Players receiving a putting lesson from putting specialist Wiestaw Kramski

The group includes current U18, U15, and Girls National Team players. As well as some junior players from the National Junior Development Program (NJDP) that will be playing on the UAE National Teams in the near future.

The camp has been designed to cover all aspects of the game of golf from technique to etiquette and rules.

Fitness and Tennis Lessons

Fitness and Tennis Lessons

The schedule has extremely intense, there have been many rounds of golf on the Fleesensee courses as well as  plenty of fitness routines. The introductions of other sports has been very valuable aspect to help improve movement skills and to change the environment for the kids. The squads have currently played 4 rounds of golf in 4 days.

The more developed players had a surprise session with Wiestaw Kramski. Kramski coaches many tour players and is a specialist in putter design and manufacturing. He explained why it is the important to have a putter correctly fitted and also shared some of his key coaching tips.

Tomorrow the group will be back on the course playing 4 rounds in a row over the next few days.

To find more information regarding the National Junior Squad visit the EGF Website at www.egfgolf.com or email the EGF at info@egfgolf.com.

You can also keep up to date with the Summer Camp on social media, as there will be daily posts of the squads’ time in Germany. Like, Share, or Comment on the Federation Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn pages.

De Kock and Schroderus Win 2nd EGF Summer Swing Event In Abu Dhabi

(Abu Dhabi, UAE) – The Abu Dhabi Golf Club (ADGC) hosted the second of three Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) Summer Swing events on August 14, 2015. The small but talented field of golfers competed in a Pairs Shamble Stableford format. Westin Hotels & Resorts – Abu Dhabi, who provided great prizes for the winners, sponsored the event.

DSC_0622Winners Chris DeKock and Arto Schroderus

Abu Dhabi Golf Club’s par-72 Championship course that plays host to the HSBC Abu Dhabi Golf Championship delivered a tough but fair challenge for the players. Having such great history at this golf club it was a perfect venue for the second leg of the EGF Summer Swing.

Playing a great round of golf, Chris De Kock and Arto Schroderus came out on top winning after a count back with a total of 45 points. The winners received trophies and a 2-night stay at Westin Hotels & Resorts – Abu Dhabi.

Peter Lane and Jermeiah Kaplan finished in second place with 45 points. The second place received a 1-night stay at Westin Hotels & Resorts – Abu Dhabi.

Rounding out the top three was Tim Taylor and Patrick Stevens. The third place team won on a count back after scoring 43 points. Third place won a lunch for 2 at Westin Hotels & Resorts – Abu Dhabi.

During the event there was also two on course challenges for the players to compete in. Peter Lane won both, the Nearest To The Pin on hole 12 and the Longest Drive on Hole 9.

The EGF would like to send a special thanks to the Sponsor of the EGF Summer Swing – Abu Dhabi, Westin Hotels & Resorts – Abu Dhabi. Westin Hotels & Resorts provided valuable prizes making this event exciting. The EGF would also like to thank the ADGC and the fine staff for running this event at a top level.

The EGF will be back in action on September 25, 2015 at Jumierah Golf Estates for the third and final event of the EGF Summer Swing. For more information please contact the EGF at info@egfgolf.com.

To see all of the pictures from this event visit the EGF Facebook page at Emirates Golf Federation.

UAE National Junior Squad Departs for Summer Camp in Germany

(Dubai, UAE) – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) National Junior Golf Squad is set to travel to Fleesensee, Germany for a 17 day Summer Camp. With UAE schools still on summer break the Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) is taking this time to travel and train with the Junior Squad to prepare for future events.

The UAE National Junior Squad prepares for departure at the Dubai International Airport

The UAE National Junior Squad prepares for departure at the Dubai International Airport

14 players will be training at the European Tour Destination, Golf & Country Club Fleesensse. This facility has four golf courses, one of Europe’s largest practice facilities, a “Golf Arena”, and a PGA Premium Golf School.

The Junior Squad will be working on technical skills in all aspects of the game to improve their tournament play. The team will discuss pre shot routines, course management, tournament preparation, fitness, and mental strengthening. The Junior and Ladies teams will be training for the Arab Golf Championship that will be taking place at Al Ain in the beginning of December.

Traveling with the squad is National Team Head Coach Greg Holmes, Performance Coach David Condon, and EGF Secretary General Khalid Mubarak Al Shamsi. Al Shamsi had this to say in regards to the camp, “ this will give these juniors a good opportunity to train at one of the best facilities in Europe. This will also give the players time to train without distraction. This is important for our National Program as we look to make great strides in the near future”.

To find more information regarding the National Junior Squad visit the EGF Website at www.egfgolf.com or email the EGF at info@egfgolf.com.

You can also keep up to date with the Summer Camp on social media, as there will be daily posts of the squads’ time in Germany. Like, Share, or Comment on the Federation Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn pages.